Sound Level Meter from Japan
Handheld instrument for measuring noise levels in decibels, compliant with IEC standards for environmental monitoring. Classified in HTS 9031.80.80.85 as a general measuring/checking instrument outside specific acoustic apparatus headings.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Declare weighting curves (A, C) and accuracy class to confirm non-medical classification
• OSHA compliance docs helpful for entry; ensure Type 1/Type 2 certification
• Data logging models risk shift to 9030 if resembling oscilloscopes